€100m Lewandowski bid could tempt Bayern to sell
Bayern Munich could be tempted to sell Robert Lewandowski for a ‘triple digit bid’ as four clubs chase the striker, reports L’Equipe .
Lewandowski is reportedly looking to leave Bayern in the summer, and is a target for Real Madrid, Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain and an unnamed club.
So far, Bayern have insisted the Poland international is not for sale, but they could be persuaded to part with Lewandowski for an offer in excess of €100 million.
Arsenal show interest in Saul
Arsenal have shown an interest in signing Atletico Madrid midfielder Saul Niguez, according to AS .
A number of teams have reached out to Atletico to gauge the chances of prising the Spain international away, with the Gunners the latest to try their luck.
Saul still has eight years to run on his current deal in the Spanish capital, however, and with a release clause of €150 million it is unlikely he will be sold.
Man Utd watching £40m Richarlison
Manchester United have joined a growing list of clubs watching Watford’s £40 million-rated forward Richarlison, according to Sky Sports News.
Richarlison only joined Watford last summer, but the Brazilian was quick to make an impact in the Premier League and could be on the move again.
Arsenal, Chelsea, Everton, Monaco and Paris Saint-Germain are also reported to be interested in the 20-year-old and Watford could sell for an offer of £40m.
Iniesta set for Barca exit after reaching decision
Andres Iniesta has made a decision over his future and it is a realistic possibility that he will leave Barcelona in the summer, Goal understands.
The midfielder is seen as a legendary figure at Camp Nou, having come through the youth ranks and made over 650 appearances for the first team since his debut in 2002.
But he could decide that the time is right to leave Barca at the end of the season, with the 33-year-old due to inform his employers of his decision by April 30.
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Chelsea make Seri enquiry
Chelsea have made an enquiry about the availability of Jean Michael Seri, according to L’Equipe .
The Ivory Coast international is also apparently being followed by Manchester City, with Man Utd having also been linked with the Nice midfielder.
And Antonio Conte’s side have reportedly been quoted a €40 million fee to land the 26-year-old in the summer transfer window.
Raiola offered Pogba to Madrid
Paul Pogba was offered to Real Madrid during the January transfer window, according to Sports Illustrated .
The France international has reportedly fallen out with United boss Jose Mourinho, and Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola last week claimed he was offered the chance to sign Pogba three months ago.
It has now been revealed that Mino Raiola also reached out Madrid as he looks to move his client away from Old Trafford.
Tuchel wants Kante at PSG
Chelsea midfielder N’Golo Kante is a priority signing for Thomas Tuchel when he takes over as Paris Saint-Germain coach, claims Sport Buzzer .
Tuchel is expected to replace Unai Emery at the Parc des Princes next season and he has identified a deal for Kante, although the France international would cost at least €80 million.
There could also be a big-name departure from PSG, with Edinson Cavani no longer willing to be in Neymar’s shadow and the striker could leave for €60m.
West Ham weigh up Kagawa move
West Ham are plotting a £12 million summer move for Borussia Dortmund midfielder Shinji Kagawa, according to the Daily Mirror.
The Irons are keen to bolster their squad ahead of next season having flirted with relegation for much of the current campaign.
And David Moyes – who managed Kagawa during his time with Manchester United – is eyeing a reunion with the Japan international.
D.C. United make Balotelli contact
D.C. United have contacted Mario Balotelli’s agent Mino Raiola to register their interest in signing the Nice striker, reports Sports Illustrated.
Balotelli is out of contract at the end of the season and the Italian is widely expected to move on from Nice.
Following reports D.C. United’s majority owner Erick Thohir is selling his stake, Balotelli is being eyed up as a Designated Player in the summer.
Arsenal enter Kenedy chase
Arsenal are interested in signing Kenedy if the Brazilian is allowed to leave Chelsea on a permanent basis in the summer, claims ESPN.
Kenedy is enjoying an impressive loan spell at Newcastle and his performances have apparently caught the eye of Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain.
His long-term future at Chelsea is uncertain and Arsenal are among the clubs who want to be kept up to date on whether he will be sold.
Man Utd consider £25m Bertrand bid
Manchester United are ready to consider a £25 million summer bid for Southampton left-back Ryan Bertrand, according to The Sun.
Bertrand is set to leave Southampton at the end of the season after failing to secure a move to Manchester City last summer.
He is an alternative option to Danny Rose for United, while Everton, Newcastle and Tottenham are also interested in the England international.
Dzeko delighted to have snubbed Chelsea
Roma forward Edin Dzeko joked that he and the club were glad to have turned down a January transfer to Chelsea as it meant he could fire the Serie A side into the Champions League semi-finals.
Former Manchester City man Dzeko delivered a complete centre-forward performance against Barcelona on Tuesday, scoring the opener – to add to his crucial away goal at Camp Nou – and winning the penalty for the second.
The Giallorossi are now preparing for a first European Cup semi-final since the 1983-84 season and Dzeko is delighted to be a part of it.
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Watford end Wilmot interest
Watford are no longer looking to sign highly-rated Stevenage defender Ben Wilmot, reports Sky Sports News.
Stevenage value the 18-year-old at more than £1 million and Watford have decided not to pursue a deal having previously seen a £500,000 offer rejected.
Wilmot has also been linked with Arsenal, Brighton, Manchester City and Tottenham, along with Championship clubs, as Stevenage prepare to sell the centre-half.
Roma president rules out Alisson exit
Roma president James Pallotta says goalkeeper Alisson won’t be leaving the Serie A club as transfer rumours continue to swirl.
Alisson has established himself as one of Europe’s top keepers this season, excelling in Roma’s run to the last four of the Champions League and reportedly attracting interest from Liverpool and Real Madrid.
But Pallotta is confident that the 25-year-old Brazil international will remain in Rome, with his contract not up for another three years amid talk he could be set for an improved deal.
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Meunier mulls PSG exit
Paris Saint-Germain right-back Thomas Meunier has named Everton, Valencia and Borussia Dortmund as possible destinations as he considers his future.
Meunier established himself as a starter in his first season at PSG, but has found playing time harder to come by in his second campaign after the arrival of Dani Alves.
Alves and Meunier have split time in Ligue 1, but the latter made just one appearance in PSG’s Champions League campaign this season and the 26-year-old has been forced to consider his options.
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Torres likely heading to MLS or China
Atletico Madrid forward Fernando Torres will likely head to Major League Soccer or China following this season, his agent has said.
Torres announced on Monday that he would be departing Atletico at the end of the current campaign , drawing a close to his second spell with his boyhood club.
The 34-year-old will now consider his future, with the striker set to be the subject of interest from around the globe.
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Man Utd to offer €200m and Pogba for Neymar
Manchester United are prepared to offer €200 million and Paul Pogba in exchange for PSG star Neymar, according to Don Balon .
The report states the Brazilian would be happy to work under Jose Mourinho, with whom Pogba has had his difficulties this term.
PSG would reportedly demand €400m for Neymar after the 26-year-old arrived in a €222m deal just last summer.
Juventus interested in Dembele
Juventus are keeping an eye on Mousa Dembele’s situation at Tottenham, reports the Evening Standard.
The 30-year-old’s contract expires at the end of next season, and the Serie A side could make a move after being impressed by Dembele’s performance in the Champions League last-16 tie between the two teams.
Roma to offer €100m for Madrid trio
Roma are prepared to pay €100 million this summer to land three Real Madrid players, according to Diario Gol.
The Serie A side’s sporting director Monchi is hoping to take advantage of the trio’s desire for more playing time, with none of the three able to lock down permanent starting spots at the Bernabeu.
Roma hope to land midfielders Lucas Vazquez and Mateo Kovacic, as well as defender Nacho Fernandez with the nine-figure bid.
Bayern could offer €80m for Rakitic
Bayern Munich could be prepared to offer as much as €80 million for Barcelona star Ivan Rakitic, according to Don Balon .
The Croatian has been a starter at the Camp Nou since his arrival in 2014, but fears that the potential arrival of Antoine Griezmann and the confirmed signing of Arthur could jeopardise his spot in the XI.
And the Bundesliga champions hope to take advantage with a big-money bid for the 30-year-old.
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